Whin´ber`ry
| n. | 1. | (Bot.) The English bilberry; - so called because it grows on moors among the whins, or furze. |
These little guys look quite a bit like tiny blueberries, not surprising because they are closely related. They are softer and juicier than blueberries, they are more perishable. Some other names these berries go by are: blaeberry, whortleberry, or winberry.
Whinberries are great in pies and jams! You can use them like blueberries are used, they have a more intense flavour.
Making them into a jam is a good way to preserve the goodness, before they are out of season.
Whinberry Jam - A small batch
2 pummets whinberries, washed
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla essence
Pop all this in a pan and bring to a boil slowly. Turn the heat down and slowly cook until thickened.
Cool.
Slather over baked goods, enjoy!
*********************************************************************************
No comments:
Post a Comment